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A client is diagnosed with tuberculosis (TB). Which type of isolation precautions should the nurse implement?
Tuberculosis is transmitted via airborne particles, requiring airborne precautions, which include a private room with negative pressure airflow and an N95 respi
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Question: A client is diagnosed with tuberculosis (TB). Which type of isolation precautions should the nurse implement?
Answer options:
- Contact precautions
- Droplet precautions ✅ Airborne precautions
- Standard precautions only
Correct answer: Airborne precautions
Explanation: Tuberculosis is transmitted via airborne particles, requiring airborne precautions, which include a private room with negative pressure airflow and an N95 respirator for healthcare workers.
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